Virtual Community Class: Dance with Jackie
Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT for a rhythmic and up-lifting virtual dance and movement session! Both in chairs and standing, this 30-minute session incorporates dance and movement to awaken the body and inspire the soul. A variety of props may be used to encourage participants to move the body in different […]
Virtual Community Class: Art with Kyla
In this virtual art therapy session, you will be guided through the process of creating a soothing painting utilizing simple & accessible materials. Following the creation of your watercolor sensation, join Kyla Berry, LCAT, ATR-BC to learn how to repurpose your masterpiece into a collage mosaic. Through everyday materials, you will learn several techniques to […]
Care Connection Webinar: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia in Older Adults
About 15% of older adults have insomnia which is a persistent difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, waking earlier than intended or some combination of these sleep problems. Geriatricians often warn that giving older adults sleep medication for long periods of time is not recommended because of their potential side effects including falls. Cognitive behavioral therapy […]
Virtual Community Class: Disco-Funk Chair Fitness
Join AFA’s Jackie, MS, R-DMT for a low-impact chair fitness class to energize your day! Driven by the up-lifting beats of Funk and Disco music, this class will target all major muscle groups, while focusing on range of motion, strength, posture, and fun! Fitness props will be used to encourage stamina and improve flexibility. Wear […]
Activity Tip for the Weekend
This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Virtual Community Class: Exploring Art with Nicole
Let’s tap into our artistic side with arts educator, Nicole Haroutunian! In this virtual art program, Nicole will introduce you to a pair of self-taught artists, Calvin and Ruby Black, who moved to the Mojave Desert in the 1950s and lived in complete isolation. They worked together to carve, paint, and clothe approximately 80 wooden […]
Virtual Community Class: Heidi Latsky Dance Company Performance
Heidi Latsky Dance is a New York-based, female-run organization dedicated to the creation of relevant, immersive performance art that is accessible to all. This virtual dance performance consists of four of Heidi Latsky’s dancers performing solos. Let’s sit back, relax and enjoy of beautiful dancing! This virtual community class will be livestreamed through our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica. […]
Virtual Community Class: Art Reflections with The American Folk Art Museum
Join Elizabeth Gronke, Registered Art Therapist and Access Educator at The American Folk Art Museum, for a 9-week Art Reflections series! In each virtual class, you will have the opportunity to explore works of art from The American Folk Art Museum’s collection. During this virtual art class, you are encouraged to share your reactions to […]
Activity Tip for the Week
This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Virtual Community Class: Music with Avi
Join Avi Diamond, MT-BC for a mood-elevating, and memory-activating music experience. Avi will play popular music from the 1920s through 1950s and pair these songs with deep breathing and reminiscence […]
